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Jordaan & Negen Straatjes: Stories from Amsterdam’s Most Soulful Quarter
949 reviews
2 hours | city highlight tours | Amsterdam
Discover the soulful charm of Amsterdam’s Jordaan district on a walking tour filled with hidden courtyards, canal-side stories, and artisan gems. From the historic Noorderkerk to the Negen Straatjes and the secret hofjes, explore the city like a true local. With a passionate host by your side, you’ll experience the Jordaan’s rich history and vibrant spirit—one story at a time.
Explore the heart of Amsterdam’s Jordaan district on a private food tour filled with local flavor and hidden gems. Taste authentic Dutch favorites like stroopwafel and bitterballen while uncovering the stories behind Westerkerk, secret hofjes, and more. The perfect blend of bites, culture, and local charm—this tour sets you up to experience the city like a true Amsterdammer.
Paint Like Van Gogh: A Creative Workshop in the Jordaan
6 reviews
3.5 hours | workshops | Amsterdam
Join me in my cozy Jordaan studio for a fun, hands-on Van Gogh–inspired painting workshop in Amsterdam! No experience needed — I’ll guide you step by step as you create your own masterpiece to take home. All materials provided — just bring your creativity and let’s paint together!
"Anna is the most knowledgeable guide we have ever had. Her background in history is unsurpassed and her pleasant demeanor adds to the wonderful experience we had on the tour. A most enjoyable and informative time. "
marshalls1About local AnnaAmsterdam, September 20, 2025
5.0
Jordaan aftrernoon
"We had a very pleasant afternoon in the Jordan district with Estella. She was very accommodating with our schedule and shared great stories about
the people of the area. "
FredAbout local EstellaAmsterdam, September 23, 2025
3.5
Great idea- but maybe add more food?
"Arun was a great guide and knowledgeable about the history of the neighborhood. Our feedback would be to add a few more stops and some more food? It started at 7:30 and by 10pm (the end) we had really only had food at one of the stops. We were hungry and had to find a place for dinner at a late hour. "
"We met up with Olga on our first night in Amsterdam, after a less than optimal travel day. We were instantly comfortable with Olga and proceeded to take our tour. Olga was friendly, comforting, and knowledgeable, and we would recommend her highly. It was a great beginning to our trip. We enjoyed the drinks and the bites, and the tour in general. She also gave us good recommendations for the remainder of our trip. We would do it again in a heartbeat!"
Ready to fall in love with Amsterdam's most enchanting neighborhood? The Jordaan awaits! Imagine strolling its idyllic canals and discovering secret courtyards. A private Jordaan tour is calling your name!
The Rich History of the Jordaan
Originally built in the 17th century for the working class and immigrants, the Jordaan district was a densely populated area. Its name is thought to derive from the French word 'jardin', meaning garden.
Culture & Hofjes in the Jordaan
One of the Jordaan's most unique features are its 'hofjes' or inner courtyards. These beautiful, tranquil gardens were originally built as charitable housing and are now hidden gems waiting to be discovered.
Taste the Local Life in the Jordaan
Experience true Dutch 'gezelligheid' in a traditional Jordaan 'brown cafe'. These cozy pubs are the heart of local life. Let a local show you where to get the best apple pie or a tasty 'bitterbal'.
Walk in Rembrandt's Jordaan Footsteps
The world-renowned painter Rembrandt van Rijn spent his final years living in the Jordaan on the Rozengracht. He was buried as a poor man in the nearby Westerkerk, a must-see landmark on any Jordaan tour.
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Beautiful Jordaan
"Dennis gave me the perfect insight of the trendy but still legendary Jordaan neighborhood.
Dennis is very enthusiastic and very friendly, I will definitely recommend him."
CarolinaAbout local DennisAmsterdam, November 16, 2018
5.0
Warm Welcome
"We thoroughly enjoyed our Beer and Bites walking tour with Ente. Met us on time at the appointed meeting place and started with a brief history of Amsterdam. He pointed out unique architectural features and history of buildings as we walked through the Jordaan neighborhood. The two cafes we stopped at where filled with locals and we enjoyed the cheese selection at one and the Bitterballen at the other. This was a great warm up to our four day stay in Amsterdam."
"We had the best time with Anja. She is fun and personable. We got to be and see places we could not have been by ourselves. A great night to always remember! "
MargaAbout local AnjaAmsterdam, September 14, 2019
4.0
Good guide
"Claudio took us to ice cream and to a couple great Brown Cafes. Very nice guy. Fun conversation and a some local/historical info too. The beer was good too!"
"Anja greeted me like an old friend who had popped into town. In all the good ways! She answered a wide range of questions, showed me hidden features of the neighbourhood and we laughed and had a lovely night. Would recommend her tours to anyone looking to learn about real local culture."
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